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flag Train horns disturbing residents in Illinois and Iowa may face limits as cities implement "quiet zones."

flag Train horns are causing sleep disturbances for residents in Illinois and Iowa, with engineers required to sound a specific pattern at 96 to 110 decibels. flag Cities like Davenport are implementing "quiet zones" to limit horn usage, but this may be challenged by the Federal Railroad Administration's rules. flag Davenport expects a tripling of train traffic by 2027, increasing the need for noise reduction measures.

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